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One&Only Gorilla’s Nest

Safari and Wildlife Lodge
Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is located at the base of the Virunga Mountains, just 20 minutes from where gorilla treks begin. Surrounded by eucalyptus forest, it is spread across fertile grounds, rich with volcanic soil.

Why we like Gorilla's Nest

As expected from a One&Only property, the food really stands out at Gorilla’s Nest. And with fertile volcanic soil surrounding the lodge, dishes are packed with fresh ingredients.

Facilities

The lodge is formed from 14 luxury rooms and seven suites, all encircled by trees. Beautifully spacious, the contemporary interiors mix pale woods and earthy colours with traditional Imigongo styles. Expansive glass doors front the rooms, allowing for lovely views over the woods and farmland. In the restaurant, dishes include fresh herbs and vegetables from the lodge’s gardens.

Activities

As well as gorilla trekking, other activities available include treatments at the lodge’s spa, hiking, golden monkey trekking, cultural visits and visits to Dian Fossey’s grave.

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Democratic Republic of Congo

Virunga Volcano Climb in the D.R.C

Climb Mount Nyiragongo, a volcano in Virunga National Park in eastern DRC. Spending a night on its peak, ascend to the rim of the crater and look down at the world’s largest lava lake – found…

3 days from $1,425pp

Nyiragongo molten lava, Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Rwanda

Land of 1000 Views: Gorilla Trekking in Style

Rwanda is undoubtedly the best place in Africa to go gorilla trekking, with accommodation to match. Spend several days at the uniquely designed Bisate Lodge, trekking twice for mountain gorillas on the slopes of the Virunga…

4 days from $9,713pp

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Rwanda

Mountain Gorillas and Wildlife of Akagera

Trek for endangered mountain gorillas in Rwanda’s Virunga Massif, before driving east to the lakes, savannah and hills of Akagera – a park now flourishing under African Parks’ management.

7 days from $6,993pp

Mountain gorilla, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

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Democratic Republic of Congo

Virunga Volcano Climb in the D.R.C

Climb Mount Nyiragongo, a volcano in Virunga National Park in eastern DRC. Spending a night on…

3 days from $1,425pp

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Rwanda

Land of 1000 Views: Gorilla Trekking in Style

Rwanda is undoubtedly the best place in Africa to go gorilla trekking, with accommodation to match.…

4 days from $9,713pp

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Rwanda

Mountain Gorillas and Wildlife of Akagera

Trek for endangered mountain gorillas in Rwanda’s Virunga Massif, before driving east to the lakes, savannah…

7 days from $6,993pp

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Where to stay in Rwanda

Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any journey.

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